Calcium- More Then Just Healthy Bones and Teeth

 

Calcium is the most used mineral in the body. Its an active electrolyte, an acid/alkaline buffer, a digestive aid, sleep aid and necessary for heart health, brain health, and bone health among so many other things. Calcium is necessary to keep us alive and maintain good health. The U.S. Surgeon General reported in 2004, American bone health is in jeopardy and issued a "call to action" to develop and incorporate a plan to combat the nations calcium deficiencies. Research also, strongly suggests, the kind of calcium we take is just as important as the amount of calcium we need. So, what is the right form of calcium and how much do we need?

Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) for men and women ages 19-50 requires a minimum of 1,000 mg of assumable calcium, daily. However, the recommended upper limit is 2,500 mg daily for therapeutic levels or for those who need more. 

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HoneyCombs Industries uses an algae rich in calcium in a product called Calcom. Most calcium supplements on the market today are sourced from rocks like limestone, corral, or marble deposits. You may also, find synthetic calcium compounded in supplements made in laboratories. These calcium forms can be very confusing for the body and may be harsh during assimilation. Studies published by the British Medical Journals involving thousands of participants suggested these harsh non food calcium's in large quantities can leave calcifying mineral deposits and can clog arteries increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke. Algae calcium is a food source the body fully understands and can easily assimilate and used by the body. According to studies, algae calcium had a 4 fold (400%) assimilation and calcium usability compared to calcium carbonate and calcium citrate supplements it was compared against. HoneyCombs Calcom (algae calcium) is formulated with other calcium rich foods such as oat straw and and kale to compliment easy assimilation and calcium usability without the harsh effects of rock calcium.

Nutrients your body uses with Calcium:
Vitamin D - helps the body absorb calcium.
Vitamin K - drives calcium to where it's most needed.
Magnesium - works with calcium in muscle tissue as an electrolyte and is critical for the formation of strong bones.                   

Calcium is a mineral that cannot be replaced with anything else. The body cannot replace calcium with a drug or other nutrient. If the body does not get calcium for all its necessary chemistries it starts steeling calcium from calcium rich tissue to maintain homeostasis. Over time calcium deficiencies set in and deprive the body of health and function. Don't wait to be another calcium deficient victim warned by the American Surgeon General. Start a calcium regimen today and maintain great health. You cant live without it.  

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Why You Need To Take Care Of Your Gut

 

There are countless studies on the wide variety of health benefits of probiotics lactobacillus acidophilus. We have all heard of probiotics but what exactly do they do?
You could write a book and create a YouTube channel specifically on the overwhelming health benefits lactobacillus acidophilus have directly and in-directly. Most probiotic studies are specific to Immune support, Digestive support and Intestinal health but there is so much more.

To better understand how probiotics work and to get a real feel of their benefits, we need to focus on the body's cellular activity and needs. Inside your body there is a very specific environmental condition called homeostasis in-which your cells live. Just like you need an environment enriched with oxygen, water, food, warmth, light etc. Your cell tissue need certain environmental conditions to live as well. Imagine your cells living in a toxic, low oxygen, highly acidic, dehydrated environment with, little to no nutrition and oxidizing agents constantly attacking them. In this kind of environment you can imagine, these cells lives are stressed, unproductive and short lived. When a cell dies a new cell is born to take its place. Each cell is weaker then the last because the environment it was born into doesn't have the necessary nutrients to maximize growth or stay clear of the damaging toxins. These cells don't just take up space, they are constantly working to keep you alive and functioning as a whole. These unfavorable conditions make it hard for the cells to properly do that.

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It is estimated the typical human body consists of anywhere from 30 to 40 trillion human cells and should have about 40 trillion bacterial cells, in-which we rely on for basic health. So, half the cellular population in your body should be microbial. Most of the weight and mass of your human body is human tissue (much larger cells) and 60% of the body is water (neither human or bacterial). Your body is pumped full of microbial activity and your health depends on the good ones activity. Probiotics (the good bacteria) play very important roles in the immune system, digestive system and intestinal tract health among so many other health benefits. Your cell tissue and healthful bacteria work together in your body creating chemistries that cater to good health.

There are good and bad bacteria which constantly compete for survival and dominance in your body. The winning domination's of these good vs. bad bacteria dictate and influence your entire health. Good and bad bacteria typically don't live together in your body because they require different environmental needs. Many internal bacteria convert food into byproducts secreted into your body. These bacteria live in their own secreted byproducts creating their own environment in-which they thrive in. Good bacteria create an environment your cell tissue also thrives in. Bad bacteria create a completely different environment to live in than what is needed for your cell tissue and good bacteria to thrive. This is why good and bad bacteria do not live together, and also, why your body is either dominated with bad bacteria or good bacterial, but never both.

So, how does HoneyCombs Industries Lactobacillus Acidophilus (probiotic) and prebiotics like Expello-C and Green Barley reshape your entire body and dictate how you feel? It is extremely beneficial to introduce good colonies of bacteria (lactobacillus acidophilus) into the body and then feed them to promote their health and growth. By creating an alkalizing environment full of healthy sulfuric compound and fibrous cellulose will give these Lactobacillus Acidophilus the nutrients, foods and conditions they need to grow rapidly and healthfully in your body. In return this limits harmful bacteria that steal nutrition, stress cell tissue and secrete cell damaging toxins.   

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Hormone Health (Men)

 

Normally, I am of the belief that what is good for the goose is good for the gander. Health is universal- we ALL need more water, eat more veggies, and get enough exercise… At this point, you know the drill. However, when it comes to our hormones, we are drastically different, we men and women. Men have a 24-hour cycle, women have a 28-DAY cycle. Men are controlled by testosterone, and women are estrogen and progesterone ran. (Although both genders also have all 3, they are obviously in different quantities.)

            A “one-size-fits-all” mentality doesn’t work in this scenario, as we are so drastically different: the times of day we have our biggest spike of energy or when we are the most mentally productive, the list goes on! So, this week we are going to do things a little differently and addressing each properly, so you can get the best information to suit your body!

Testosterone, the hormones tasked with the job in essentially all things “manly”. It’s the hormone that builds muscle, creates a deep voice, erections and sex drive, and is in charge of facial hair production. Fun fact: testosterone is also classified as an anabolic steroid and is what helps build bigger and stronger muscles and improve overall physical performance.  

 

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            Like the circadian rhythm, men also have a 24-hour hormonal cycle. The testosterone levels vary throughout the day. Testosterone levels are the highest in the morning and the peter off throughout the day. Eating most of your calories, getting your big workouts in and completing your biggest projects in the morning and early afternoon when you have those prime testosterone levels can be components of a very productive day.

As your testosterone levels dwindle during the day, you may find yourself just more lethargic in the evenings and this is perfectly normal; so if you can find the best ways to biohack your body by rearranging your schedule to get those big goals knocked out of the way in the morning, you may find that suddenly your more productive and noticing better results. Your body will replenish those levels in the evening and over-night when you sleep. Alissa Vitti, with MyFLo, even stated during an interview with Dr. Emily, host of Sex with Emily, that things like late night sex may actually be kind of detrimental to your next day as all that testosterone that could have been used for the next day has been spent.

            It may sound a little far-fetched, trying to rearrange your schedule to be respective of your testosterone levels. Your after-work gym sessions may be working just fine, or you don’t have the ability to go at 6am; but just like we talked in Week 4-6 with the gut flora and how important it is to eat to feed your probiotics, if you pay attention and respect these “little” things that actually control way more of your body than you’d think, your body may react in amazing ways you never knew were possible, just by making these tiny tweaks. 

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            So how do you keep those testosterone levels in check and why is it important. Well let’s start with what happens when you don’t have high enough levels. Fatigue, low sex drive, thinning hair, or even loss of muscle could be indicators that you have a hormonal imbalance and too low of testosterone levels. On the other hand, if you have too much testosterone that can also be a problem! If you look at body builders who are taking steroids or lots of supplements, their muscles may be getting bigger but so is the amount of adult acne they may be having. Acne along with dramatic mood swings, increased breast tissue, and lowered sperm count can also be signs of too much testosterone.

Now the great thing is, there are natural ways to get back into balance! Working out is actually a fantastic way to regulate your hormones, especially if you have the availability to workout in the morning when your hormone levels are at their highest! Rudy Mawer, MSc wrote a piece stating that eating enough of all of your macros (proteins, carbs and fats), minimizing stress, plenty of sunshine and sleep can all help moderate your testosterone levels.

The really cool things about the suggestions he makes is that these all work with everything we have been talking about for the last 23 weeks! Keeping your health in check and taking proactive steps in all of these other aspects of your life will simultaneously help to keep your hormones balanced and helping you really be in that masculine energy and space! 

 

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Healthy Hormones (Women)

 

 Normally, I am of the belief that what is good for the goose is good for the gander. Health is universal- we ALL need more water, eat more veggies,  and get enough exercise… At this point, you know the drill. However, when it comes to our hormones, we are drastically different, we men and women. Men have a 24-hour cycle, women have a 28-DAY cycle. Men are controlled by testosterone, and women are estrogen and progesterone ran. (Although both genders also have all 3, they are obviously in different quantities.)

            A “one-size-fits-all” mentality doesn’t work in this scenario, as we are so drastically different: the times of day we have our biggest spike of energy or when we are the most mentally productive, the list goes on! So, this week we are going to do things a little differently and addressing each properly, so you can get the best information to suit your body!

            Ladies let’s start where this story has to, with our menstrual cycle. We have been led to believe our whole lives that PMS, terrible periods, headaches, mood swings, acne, cramping… the whole lot is just a part of being a women and we just have to live with that. But I have had a life-changing, revolutionary app come into my life recently, and being the week of hormones, I feel it is of germane importance that I need to share this information. Please know we are unaffiliated, but I have recommended this to all of the women in my life and we have all noticed wonderful changes in our moods, periods, and all the other fun business that comes with being a women.

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Every week I do lots of research, find multiple sources, and talk with our nutritionist so as to get you the best information I can, but this week I want to recommend you to the women and the app that has spent YEARS researching just this topic. Why recreate the wheel when the experts have already made a car? MyFlo app and website will change your life. Alissa Vitti is the creator of the app, and I would like to direct you to her phenomenal work: Flo Living - Natural Healthcare for Your Female Hormones. Every time I look at this website, I learn something new. Much of her philosophy is eating your way to hormonal health through each phase of your cycle. One of the things I have found so wonderful about her work is how much it will correlate with what we have already talked about these last 23 weeks. Eat lots of fruits, make sure you are getting enough probiotics, and good carbs are all concepts she covers- which we are already doing! This just gives a little more direction as to which weeks you should maybe step up the green juice and which week sprouted bread is going to be your BFF. 

Our menstrual cycles are composed of more than just ovulating and a few weeks later we start our periods. There are actually 4 phases of our cycles: follicular, ovulation, luteal and menstrual. During each of these phases our body goes through shockingly drastic phases hormonally. Our estrogen levels change dramatically throughout this 28-day, or however long your cycle is. Sometimes we have a high levels of estrogen right after the egg has passed and it can lead to us experiencing PMS symptoms. Other times when estrogen levels are low we can have mood swings, hot flashes, fatigue and even depression; so creating the hormonal balance is so important. Even odd things that would seem like they weren’t related such as hair loss or UTIs can be an indicator of a hormonal imbalance. 

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            The reason I have liked this app so much is because their whole goal is to help us women find a balance and lead an amazing life totally in-sync. As much as we may not like to admit it, our cycles have a lot of say in our lives. But when we can embrace those internal changes and then use it to our benefit, imagine not only what we could accomplish but also how good we can feel through the whole process! It’s been wonderful to learn little hacks, like we most likely experience cramps when our progesterone levels are low and the fix for that can be as simple as upping our B6 intake! So, some B-Complex and a nice salmon dish can help stave off cramps! The whole point of this Health Marathon is to feel good, inside and out. To not let our health hold us back from the things we want to do, and especially as women, our hormones really have to be included in that change!

            Do yourself a favor and download the app, even if you’re not tracking for period or pregnancy, the information provided for each phase of our cycle, which affects everyone of us for LITERALLY YEARS regardless of when/if we are/want to be mommies. A sweet potato today could be the different between a good and bad mood! (And yes, this is a real thing! The luteal phase needs root veggies to help process extra estrogen that can lead to a sour disposition!)

 

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